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Cationic conditioner

WHEAT GERMAMIDOPROPYL EPOXYPROPYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A reactive wheat-derived quaternary ammonium with an epoxypropyl group that bonds to hair for long-lasting conditioning. The reactive epoxide group raises some safety questions.

Skin benefits

  • Substantive hair conditioning
  • Wheat-derived for natural positioning
  • Repairs and smooths cuticle
  • Long-lasting effects via covalent bonding

Known concerns

  • Epoxide moiety raises reactivity and safety concerns
  • Potential sensitizer
  • Wheat allergen risk
  • Limited published safety assessment

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.